England claimed the top position in the T20 world rankings after defeating India by 56 runs at Southampton and completing a 4-0 series clean sweep.
Ex-captain Buttler regains form with epic 131
Jos Buttler produced a brilliant century as England posted 257 for three in 20 overs, their second-highest total in T20 internationals.
Buttler, Brook share record 233-run partnership
Buttler scored 131 runs from 64 balls, including 12 fours and eight sixes, while captain Harry Brook remained unbeaten on 95 as the pair shared a record 233-run partnership.
A change at the top 🔝
— ICC (@ICC) July 11, 2026
A new team sits at the summit of the ICC Men's T20I Team Rankings as India slip after their series defeat to England 👀https://t.co/DopvTgVFpB
India, chasing 258 runs, managed 201 for eight in their 20 overs. Ishan Kishan scored 56 runs and Tilak Varma added 53, but England's bowling attack kept control throughout the innings.
Curran leads England bowling attack
Sam Curran was England's leading bowler with three wickets for 36 runs, while Adil Rashid and Liam Dawson also played key roles in restricting India.
The result completed England's dominant 4-0 series victory and ended India's stay at the top of the T20 rankings.
Buttler bags player of match award
Buttler, who was named player of the match, delivered his first international century in three years with a powerful batting display.
England will now face India in a three-match one-day international series beginning in Birmingham.
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